Serving 1,844 students in grades 9-12, Hawthorne High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,844 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hawthorne High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Hawthorne High School's student population of 1,844 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,844 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hawthorne High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hawthorne High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6372 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
85%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hawthorne High School's ranking?
Hawthorne High School is ranked #6372 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hawthorne High School?
The graduation rate of Hawthorne High School is 88%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hawthorne High School?
1,844 students attend Hawthorne High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Hawthorne High School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hawthorne High School?
Hawthorne High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hawthorne High School offer ?
Hawthorne High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hawthorne High School part of?
Hawthorne High School is part of Centinela Valley Union High School District.
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